The supporters of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu were said to be warming up to thwart the protest and have also announced their plans to counter the protests against Akeredolu. Aiyedatiwa’s supporters are demanding that Akeredolu resign from office while his deputy is sworn in as substantive governor. Prominent among those pushing for a protest is a former member of the House of Representatives, Kolade Akinjo, who has expressed his desire to lead the protest. Akinjo said the protest will be used to send a strong message and signal to Akeredolu, urging him to return to his seat or relinquish power to